The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) has awarded scholarships to more than 700 students for the Academic Year 2026-27, reinforcing its commitment to promoting higher education and encouraging meritorious students from the Northeast. The university organised a Felicitation Ceremony for Scholarship Awardees, honouring newly admitted students across various programmes. The programme was attended by the Deans of all Schools, Heads of Departments, faculty members, and students.
The scholarships were awarded under several categories, including the Merit Scholarship, Zubeen Garg Scholarship for Promotion of Extracurricular Activities, and scholarships for wards of Military, Paramilitary and Police Personnel from the Northeastern region. The scholarship recipients are entitled to fee waivers of up to 100%, 50%, and 25%, recognising their academic excellence, special achievements, and contributions to society. In addition to the newly inducted students, 57 RGU students were awarded the Semester Topper Scholarship for their exceptional performance in the Even Semester Examination 2025-26.
Furthermore, 25 students already receiving other prestigious scholarships were felicitated with Certificates of Merit for their commendable achievements. Addressing the gathering, Prof. George A.P., Dean, RSB & RSC, RGU, congratulated the scholarship recipients and emphasised the importance of qualities such as character, creativity, courage, and the ability to make a positive difference. He urged the students to cultivate these qualities, use their education to think innovatively, and face challenges with courage.
Prof. George A.P. further encouraged the students to make the most of the opportunities available at the university and to pursue their aspirations with dedication while remaining committed to building a more inclusive and responsible society.
